October 2013

Access Control Locks

Chicago-based ASSA ABLOY announced that Corbin Russwin Access 700 and SARGENT Passport 1000 IP-enabled campus access control locks now include HID multiCLASS SE technology. As a result, the Access 700 PIP1 and Passport 1000 P1 Power over Ethernet (PoE) and Access 700 PWI1 and Passport 1000 P2 WiFi locks now provide simultaneous support for multiple credential technologies and NFC mobile access, in addition to their existing magnetic stripe and PIN code capabilities, according to the company.

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Damage-Resistant Dispensers

Royce Rolls Ringer Company’s indestructible dispensers are made with 18-gauge, type 304 stainless steel to resist damage. They accommodate one to four rolls with an optional covered front and slanted top to conceal the toilet paper, and deter people from standing on the holders. They include a 10-year guarantee.

Royce Rolls Ringer Company

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Newton Voters Approve $49 Million Sandy Hook Project

NEWTOWN, Conn. — After a devastating year of events, the residents of Newtown, Conn., have something to celebrate. On Oct. 5, voters accepted a $49.25 million state appropriation that will be used towards the demolition and rebuild of Sandy Hook Elementary School where 26 people were killed in December of last year.

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Richard Lovelace

Stellar, a fully integrated firm focused on design, engineering, construction and mechanical services worldwide, promoted Richard Lovelace from divisional vice president to senior vice president. In his role, Lovelace will lead the Commercial and Military Groups, responsible for designing and building facilities for the federal government and a range of industries, including automotive, faith-based, educational, hospitality, health care, office/retail, institutional and recreational.

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Educational Headsets

Califone International Inc. expanded its Titanium series of headphones and headsets by adding To Go plug, which allows headsets to be used for listening and speaking into any digital mobile device. The product update is a direct result of customer feedback. While the To Go plug is featured with other Califone headset models, it hadn’t yet been offered for the Titanium series, the company’s most technically advanced headset. After receiving user requests, Califone upgraded the series with the To Go plug, enabling compatibility with iOS and Android-based smart phones and tablets.

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Variable Acoustic Solutions

acouStaCorp is a manufacturer of variable acoustic products used to address performance spaces that have multiple and conflicting acoustical requirements. The products are WBE-certified and all products are tested in accordance with Sound Absorption Coefficient by Reverberation Room Method (ASTM C423-07), made in the U.S. and built to order. The company’s products include its award-winning motorized retractable stacking banner, the acouStac, retractable rolling banner, the acouRoLL and its collapsible lightweight portable panel, the acouPoP.

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